Dear Savvy Senior, I know there will be a small cost-of-living increase in Social Security benefits next year but what about Medicare? What will
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How Seniors can Save Money on Prescription Eyeglasses
By Jim Miller Dear Savvy Senior, What tips can you recommend for finding affordable prescription eyeglasses? I used to have vision insurance through my
Coronavirus Vs. Flu: How to Tell the Difference
By Jim Miller ‘Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recently warned that this fall and winter could be the worst ever for public health.’
Should I Buy Long-Term Care Insurance?
By Jim Miller Dear Savvy Senior, My wife and I have thought about purchasing a long-term care insurance policy, but we hate the idea
An Executor’s Guide to Settling A Loved One’s Estate
Dear Savvy Senior, My aunt recently asked me to be the executor of her will when she dies. I’m flattered that she asked, but
What Older Diabetics Should Know About Coronavirus
By Jim Miller Dear Savvy Senior, My husband and I are both in our late 60s and have diabetes. We would like to find
Medicare Expands Telehealth Services to Help Keep Seniors Safe at Home
By Jim Miller Dear Savvy Senior, Does Medicare cover telehealth services? My 71-year-old mother has chronic Type 2 diabetes but is very concerned about
How Medicare is Covering Coronavirus
By Jim Miller Dear Savvy Senior, Is Medicare covering testing for the coronavirus? My husband and I are very nervous about this virus and
How to Choose the Right Hospital for You
By Jim Miller Dear Savvy Senior, I need to get a hip replacement, and want to find a good, safe hospital to have it
How to Manage a Loved One’s Social Media Afterlife
By Jim Miller Dear Savvy Senior, How do I go about changing or canceling a person’s social media accounts when they die? My sister